Together with AC Milan, Roma are the closest challengers to Juve in the title race after 13 matches, but they are already seven points behind the champions.

A 2-1 defeat away to Atalanta last time out contributed to the deficit, while the title-holders have only dropped six points so far.

Despite Juve's success under Antonio Conte and now Massimiliano Allegri, former Inter defender Juan Jesus is adamant Roma - who face Pescara at home on Sunday - do not want to be compared to them in any way.

"We work every day to be the anti-Juve," the Brazilian told RomaTV.

"We have to think about working well, though. We can feel optimistic because the team is very strong both tactically and technically.